Ever since I turned 24, every birthday has made me wonder: “What new anti-aging skincare should I try next?” After years of struggling with severe acne, my skin was left with scars, enlarged pores, sagging cheeks, and fine lines that made me look older than my actual age. Even my dermatologist confirmed that my skin appeared more aged when we did a skin scan and yes, I almost cried.

Can Severe Acne Really Make You Look Older?

Absolutely. My skin used to be extremely oily, so oily, that I could feel the grease on my fingers whenever I touched my face. My dermatologist even prescribed oral medication to reduce sebum production because topical treatments alone weren’t enough to control the oil. Excessive oil makes skin look dull, and with constant clogged pores and acne flare-ups, my pores became noticeably large.

When pores stretch downward following gravity, skin naturally starts to sag and appear wrinkled. Additionally, acne scars and pigmentation can make skin look even older. Once I managed to control my acne, I slowly started incorporating anti-aging products that also targeted acne, focusing on ingredients like BHA and retinol for skin regeneration. The result? With consistent use of BHA, retinol, hydrating products, and even “gold” serums, my skin transformed. In my 30s now, some people still think I’m 24 and someone even mistook me for a high school student two years ago!

Did I Also Get Anti-Aging Treatments at a Clinic?

I tried chemical peels a few times, but each time my skin broke out badly afterward. I also tried laser treatments for acne scars but stopped after one session because it felt like having a hot iron on my face. Since then, I've focused solely on using drugstore anti-aging skincare products.

The Rise of Exosome in Anti-Aging Skincare

Beyond classic active ingredients like retinol and AHA/BHA, a new breakthrough ingredient is making waves in the global anti-aging skincare industry: Exosome. Unlike AHA/BHA, which exfoliate the skin surface, or retinol, which penetrates deeper to stimulate collagen, exosomes work at an even deeper level, the dermis, to signal skin cells to repair and regenerate from within.

Exosome skincare acts as a messenger, delivering bioactive proteins and growth factors that encourage skin rejuvenation, increase collagen and elastin production, reduce inflammation, and deeply hydrate. According to Dafna Gershoony, CEO of CONTŌR (a luxury aesthetic clinic in SoHo, NYC), exosome treatments can dramatically improve skin firmness, reduce fine lines and wrinkles, and enhance skin healing and hydration.

Clinic Exosome Treatments vs. Skincare

Due to its deep regenerative benefits, many clinics now offer exosome treatments at premium prices starting from around $300 to over $1,000 per session. While the results are promising, the cost can be a barrier for many. If your budget allows, go ahead but it’s important not to force it just because of social media trends or peer pressure.

Curious About Exosome but Not Ready for Clinic Treatments?

That’s exactly how I felt. Since chemical peels might be irritating our skin, I decided to try exosome through skincare products instead. And yes, exosome serums do exist!

Discovering Wardah Lift Regenerating Serum

I found the new Wardah Lift Regenerating Serum, an anti-aging serum formulated with exosome, Epidermal Growth Factor (EGF), PDRN, and Proxylane. It’s not just another anti-aging serum, it offers a lifting effect and supports skin firmness.

The elegant, modern turquoise bottle reminds me of aesthetic Pinterest packaging. The design is minimal and practical, with a handy pump system. The serum itself feels lightweight and silky, absorbing quickly and leaving the skin hydrated and smooth without feeling greasy.

Key Ingredients and Benefits

• Exosome (from Centella Asiatica): The first vegan exosome derived from Cica, containing 10,000 mRNA/ml to deliver biological instructions that support skin repair, boost collagen and elastin, and protect the skin barrier.
• Epidermal Growth Factor (EGF): Stimulates collagen and elastin production, improving skin firmness and elasticity.
• PDRN 2(Polydeoxyribonucleotide): Plant-derived, with a smaller molecular size for better skin penetration and enhanced cell regeneration.
• Proxylane: Derived from beechwood, it helps maintain skin density and hydration, supporting a lifted, youthful appearance.

This combination helps address fine lines, sagging, rough texture, and dullness, common concerns in global anti-aging skincare routines.

My Experience After One Week

After using the serum for a week, I haven’t yet seen dramatic lifting or contour improvements (which is normal for anti-aging products that work gradually). However, my skin already feels softer, more hydrated, and has a silky finish. Importantly, it did not irritate my skin or trigger breakouts, even when used alongside an exfoliating toner.

How to Use

I apply two pumps for the face and neck, twice a day: morning and night. In the morning, always follow with sunscreen. You can combine it with Vitamin C in the morning and the exosome serum at night. You can also alternate with retinol on different nights to reduce irritation risk.

Price and Where to Buy

The regular price is around Rp299,000 (approx. $18), but it's currently discounted to Rp153,000 (approx. $9) on Wardah’s official Shopee account (30 ml).

Pros and Cons

• Pros: elegant, modern packaging, lightweight, fast-absorbing, and non-greasy texture, and affordable compared to most exosome serums on the market.
• Cons: the packaging can easily show fingerprints but that's just a small cosmetic issue!

I’m excited to continue using the Wardah Lift Regenerating Serum and will update my experience once I finish the bottle. If you've tried exosome skincare or other anti-aging serums, feel free to share your story!

*read the original article in Indonesian here.

Udah jadi kebiasaan aku sejak usia 24 tahun, setiap kali nambah umur tuh kepikirannya "perlu pakai skincare anti-aging apa lagi yaa?". Soalnya pasca sembuh dari jerawat parah selama bertahun-tahun kan masih ada "trauma" yang ketinggalan di kulit mulai dari bekas jerawat, bopeng di pipi, pori-pori keliatan besar, pipi keliatan turun, kulit keliatan kendur, sampai garis halus di pipi yang kalau aku senyum tuh keliatan banget keriput halusnya. Dan yes, selama jerawatan parah itu aku keliatan lebih tua dari usia aku yang sebenarnya. Kata dokter kulit aku juga begitu dulu waktu abis scan kulit, beliau bilang kulit aku tampak lebih tua. Dalam hati pengen nangis yaa haha.

Serum Anti-Aging Wardah Lift Regenerating Serum Exosome Epidermal Growth Factors PDRN Proxylane

Jerawatan Parah kok Bisa Bikin Kulit Keliatan Lebih Tua?

Ya bisa bisa aja. Kulitku dulu kan berminyak banget sampe tiap aku pegang pakai tangan tuh jari aku ada tekstur minyaknya. Waktu berobat ke dokter juga sampe dikasih obat dalam (kapsul yang diminum) buat ngurangin minyak di wajah, saking pakai obat luar aja ga mempan buat nutup kilang minyak di kulitku kali ya, haha. Minyak di kulit yang berlebihan aja itu udah bikin kulit keliatan kusam.

Trus komedo dan jerawat itu juga lebih mudah mucul di kulit berminyak (tapi ga semua kulit berminyak pasti jerawatan ya). Jajaran komedo yang menapaki karirnya sebagai jerawat besar dan meradang kalau munculnya barengan sama temen-temennya dan dalam frekuensi yang sangat intens silih berganti selama bertahun-tahun kan bikin pori-pori keliatan lebar buanget.

Nah, pori-pori yang melebar itu ga selamanya menganga ngadep depan kan, mereka pasti ngikutin arah gravitasi yaitu ke bawah~ otomatis kulit keliatan keriput karena pori-pori terbuka tadi mulai mengatup ke bawah. Kumpulan pori-pori yang nutupnya sesuai arah gravitasi bumi itu yang kalau di-zoom-out ya kulit keliatan turun karena simply udah kehilangan kepadatannya. Lalu adanya bopeng di pipi dan bekas jerawat hitam-hitam yang hampir di seluruh bagian wajah juga memengaruhi tampilan kulit jadi keliatan lebih tua.

Makanya, setelah jerawat aku mulai kalem dan bisa diajak kompromi pakai produk drugstore, aku pelan-pelan mulai pakai produk anti-aging yang bisa sekalian buat ngatasin jerawat. Produknya macem-macem, kandungannya ya itu-itu aja yang ga jauh-jauh dari bha sama retinol, pokoknya yang konsepnya bisa regenerasi kulit deh biar sekali oles dua tiga jerawat sama keriput ketendang haha. Hasilnya? Setelah rutin pakai bha, retinol, emas-emasan (yang sempet rame ada kandungan gold itu loh), trus ditambahin sama produk yang melembapkan lainnya, hasilnya yaa age-reverse. Di usia aku yang udah kepala tiga ini ada yang ngira aku masih umur 24 tahun dan yang paling parah dua tahun lalu ada yang ngira aku masih SMA wkwk (ngetik ini sambil nyengir-nyengir sendiri).

Selama Perawatan Anti-Aging Pasca Jerawatan, Aku ada Treatment di Klinik juga, ga?

Sempat beberapa kali treatment peeling tapi akhirnya aku stop dulu karena tiap abis peeling aku selalu muncul jerawat meradang yang lama banget sembuhnya. Trus pernah juga treatment laser buat ngilangin bopeng, cukup sekali aja karena ga kuat sama rasanya yang kayak ditempelin ujung setrikaan. Sejak itu sampai sekarang aku masih fokus perawatan kulit pakai produk skincare drugstore aja.

Exosome, Kandungan Skincare yang Bekerja di Lapisan Kulit Lebih Dalam

Produk-produk drugstore yang aku pakai juga muternya di situ-situ aja yang bisa dipakai untuk kulit berjerawat sama anti-aging: yang ada kandungan aktif retinol dan aha bha-nya, sisanya produk dengan kandungan lain yang melembapkan.

Tapi belakangan ada satu ingredient lain yang fungsinya sama-sama untuk meregenerasi dan meremajakan kulit tapi efeknya lebih signifikan karena dia bekerja di lapisan kulit yang lebih dalam yaitu Exosome. Kalau AHA/BHA kan kerjanya di lapisan paling atas (di lapisan paling luar epidermis: stratum korneum), retinol di lapisan bawahnya lagi (di epidermis, masuk dikit lagi ke dermis), nah kalau Exosome ini di lapisan dermis (lapisan tengah kulit).

Sumber: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/-/scassets/images/org/health/articles/21901-epidermis

Kelebihan Exosome dibanding Retinol dan AHA/BHA

Analoginya, kulit kita tuh kayak rumah.

• AHA/BHA tugasnya bersihin lantai dan dinding biar keliatan lebih bersih. Di kulit, dia bersihin komedo, bersihin pori-pori, eksfoliasi, dan bantu jerawat mereda.
• Retinol tugasnya manggil tukang buat benerin retakan kecil di tembok dan ngecat ulang tembok. Kalau dikaitin sama kulit, memperbaiki density atau kepadatan kulit (memperbaiki retakan tembok = menambah kepadatan tembok) dengan merangsang produksi kolagen sehingga kulit menjadi lebih padat, kencang, dan elastis.
• Exosome adalah arsiitek dan engineer yang bisa ngasih arahan dan memperbaiki semuanya dari dasar (pondasi). Biarpun sama-sama bisa merangsang produksi kolagen kayak retinol, cara kerja exosome itu seperti sinyal yang mengaktifkan sel kulit untuk memperbaiki diri dari dalam. Exosome fokusnya lebih ke anti-aging dan hasilnya lebih tahan lama.

Menurut Dafna Gershoony, CEO dan Co-Founder CONTŌR (klinik kecantikan mewah di SoHo atau South of Houston Street di Manhattan, New York City), yang disampaikan melalui website Elle, beliau mengatakan bahwa exosome dapat mempercepat penyembuhan luka secara drastis, mengurangi munculnya hiperpigmentasi akibat penuaan secara nyata, meningkatkan kekencangan kulit, mengurangi garis halus dan kerutan, melembapkan serta menutrisi kulit, dan merangsang produksi kolagen serta elastin. Hal ini dibuktikan dengan studi yang menunjukkan kulit yang dioleskan exosome setelah treatment microneedling (seperti PRP) mengalami peningkatan elastin sebesar 11,3%.

Treatment Exosome di Klinik yang Tidak Murah

Karena hasilnya yang signifikan, banyak kita temui klinik kecantikan yang menawarkan treatment exosome dengan harga beragam. Di salah satu klinik kecantikan yang namanya mirip sama toko roti aja harganya mulai Rp5.000.000, sementara di klinik lain aku lihat ada yang sampai Rp17.000.000. Di range harga segini tentu udah segmented banget pasarnya yaa, buat kita yang masih pengen coba-coba karena FOMO akibat kebanyakan scrolling sosmed perlu mikir lebih panjang lagi karena harga segitu baru treatment-nya aja, belum maintainingnya juga. Kalau budget kita aman dan napas kita masih panjang untuk menghadapi beberapa sesi kehidupan selanjutnya sih gapapa, gas gas ajaa. Tapi kalau enggak, ga perlu dipaksain yah beb apalagi sampai paylater atau pinjol demi ga ketinggalan trend. Atau karena ada peer pressure? Hhhh, safe yourself first, sister! Treatment mahal mau sampai ratusan juta kayak artis mah boleh boleh aja tapi nantii when we are ready.

Tapi aku masih kepo sama treatment Exosome, gimana dong?

Sama, aku juga ikutan kepo, hahaha.

Mundur lagi nih, dulu aku lumayan sering treatment peeling di klinik sesuai arahan dokter kulitku sejak jerawatan sampai pasca-jerawatan tapi entah kenapa tiap abis perawatan muncul jerawat meradang yang ilangnya jauh lebih lama dari jerawat selanjutnya. Mungkin karena efek abis dicongkelin komedonya? Dari situ aku putuskan untuk break dulu dari treatment peeling di klinik, kali aja kulitku butuh diem dulu haha. Tapi namanya aku suka coba-coba yahh, akhirnya aku pakai produk yang lagi rame saat itu kayak BHA yang cara kerjanya mirip peeling-peeling-an untuk mengangkat sel kulit mati. Anehnya kok ya selama pakai produk BHA tuh kulitku baik-baik aja, jerawat juga ikut kekontrol.

Nahhh, berdasarkan cerita aku di masa lalu itu aku jadi pengen nyobain exosome versi skincare. Emang ada? Ada. Aku liat Wardah punya produk serum yang ada kandungan Exosome-nya beserta ingredients utama lainnya yang kalo digabung bisa untuk anti-aging tapii ssstt bukan anti-aging biasa, ini ada efek facelift-nya.

Ini dia produk serum anti-aging Wardah terbaru, Wardah Lift Regenerating Serum, yang mengandung Exosome, Epidermal Growth Factor, PDRN dan Proxylane. Dari kandungannya aja udah anti-mainstream dari kebanyakan skincare yang aku pakai. Kita bahas lebih dalam lagi, yuk!

Wardah Lift Regenerating Serum

Serum Anti-Aging Wardah Lift Regenerating Serum Exosome Epidermal Growth Factors PDRN Proxylane

Ga cuma kulit aku aja glow up, tapi kemasan produk skincare Wardah juga, hihi. Botol pump berwarna hijau tosca dengan style yang elegan dan modern ini ngingetin aku sama packaging-packaging estetik di pinterest yang sering aku lihat. Design dan layout tulisan pada packaging botolnya juga simpel dan rapi banget.

Pada bagian depan kemasan, hanya ada keterangan nama produk (Wardah Lift Regenerating Serum) dan kandungan utama anti-aging pada produk ini (Exosome dan EGF-PDRN). Sementara di bagian belakang ada nama produk, cara pemakaian, dan netto produk.

Serum Anti-Aging Wardah Lift Regenerating Serum Exosome Epidermal Growth Factors PDRN Proxylane

Meski kemasannya keliatan wah dan berat, botol pump ini tetap terasa ringan saat dipegang sangat handy. Di bagian pump sampai bawah leher kemasan itu dia teksturnya glossy dan memantulkan cahaya dari sekitarnya. Kalau di area bawahnya lagi (body), teksturnya doff cenderung transparan yang sama-sama bisa mantulin cahaya soalnya di dalamnya ada kemasan tabung yang teksturnya sama seperti tekstur pump.

Serum Anti-Aging Wardah Lift Regenerating Serum Exosome Epidermal Growth Factors PDRN Proxylane

Di area aplikator pump, kalau kita lihat dari atas ada petunjuk penggunaannnya. Kalau mau dipakai tinggal geser ke kiri aja (open) dan kalau udah dipakai dan mau disimpen tinggal geser kanan aja (stop) supaya lubang kemasannya terkunci dan tidak terpapar udara dari luar yang bisa masuk ke dalam. Penampang aplikatornya besar dan lebar seukuran botolnya yaa, aku agak kagok waktu pertama kali makainya since it's new for me. Tapi untuk performa pump-nya sih cukup empuk, mudah dipencet, dan produk bisa keluar dengan baik.

Serum Anti-Aging Wardah Lift Regenerating Serum Exosome Epidermal Growth Factors PDRN Proxylane

Serum Anti-Aging Wardah Lift Regenerating Serum Exosome Epidermal Growth Factors PDRN Proxylane

Informasi lain mengenai produk serum Wardah anti-aging ini bisa kita baca di kemasan box-nya. Selain ada keterangan cara pemakaian yang lebih detail juga ada penjelasan manfaat dari kandungan utamanya. Dan oh, ga lupa juga ada ingredients lengkapnya.

Serum Anti-Aging Wardah Lift Regenerating Serum Exosome Epidermal Growth Factors PDRN Proxylane

Serum Anti-Aging Wardah Lift Regenerating Serum Exosome Epidermal Growth Factors PDRN Proxylane

Tekstur kemasan box-nya juga sama-sama glossy dan sama-sama ninggalin jejak jari kalau kita abis megang packaging itu. 

Tekstur, Warna, dan Aroma Wardah Lift Regenerating Serum

Tekstur: waktu pertama kali keluar dari lubang pumpnya, tekstur keliatan creamy dan cloudy. Waktu dioles ke kulit teksturnya terasa ringan, halus, dan lembut, mirip seperti tekstur face lotion. Dia mudah meresap, finishnya di kulit terasa lembap dan halus yang cenderung silky.

Warna: teskturnya berwarna putih saat keluar dari kemasan dan waktu diolesin ke kulit warnanya berubah jadi milky (putih yang transparan).

Aroma: ada sedikit bau tanamannya yang lebih ke aroma bunga tapi kalem bangeett baru ketahuan kalau dicium dari jarak sangat dekat.

Kandungan dan Manfaat Wardah Lift Regenerating Serum

Produk Wardah Lift Regenerating Serum digunakan untuk mengatasi garis halus seperti yang ada di garis senyum atau expression line, tekstur kulit kasar, dan kulit yang tidak bercahaya atau kusam.

Serum Anti-Aging Wardah Lift Regenerating Serum Exosome Epidermal Growth Factors PDRN Proxylane

Kandungan Utama:

1. Exosome: bahan aktif yang terinspirasi dari perawatan klinis untuk menjaga regenerasi kulit. Exosome bisa dihasilkan dari hewan, tumbuhan, dan mikroorganisme. Kandungan exosome pada produk Wardah Lift Regenerating Serum ini berasal dari tanaman Cica (exosome vegan pertama di dunia). Exosome dari Cica mengandung 10.000 mRNA/ml, yaitu instruksi biologis dari Exosome. Instruksi biologis dari Exosome, maksudnya? Jadi cara kerja exosome itu kan kayak kurir yang nganterin paket ke rumah-rumah. Nah, paket-paket tadi yang berisi bioactive proteins, growth factors, dan nucleid acids itu isinya instruksi biologis dari exosome untuk memberi tahu kulit agar memperbaiki dan meregenerasi dirinya sendiri. Manfaat exosome dalam skincare antara lain sebagai efek anti-inflamasi, menyembuhkan dan melembapkan kulit, merangsang sintesis protein matriks ekstraseluler (kolagen, elastin), dan melindungi kulit.

2. Epidermal Growth Factor: faktor pertumbuhan mirip manusia (bioidentik) yang menjaga kolagen untuk kulit yang halus dan kenyal. Epidermal Growth Factor (EGF) itu seperti instruksi yang dibawa oleh sel atau exosome untuk membuat lebih banyak kolage dan elastin yang berguna untuk memperkuat struktur kulit. Selain itu, EGF pada serum anti-aging ini juga meningkatkan Hyaluronic alami yang berfungsi untuk menjaga kekencangan, kekenyalan, dan hidrasi kulit.

3. PDRN (Polydeoxyribonucleotide): menjaga elastisitas kulit. PDRN yang digunakan dalam serum ini berasal dari tanaman, berat molekulnya lebih kecil dari PDRN yang berasal dari hewan sehingga efektivitasnya lebih banyak 100x untuk merangsang regenerasi sel kulit.

4. Proxylane: menjaga kekencangan kulit. Pro-xylane adalah molekul hibrida antara gula dan protein yang berasal dari kayu pohon beech. Molekul ini meniru fungsi molekul alami yang terdapat di kulit yang berperan penting untuk menghidrasi dan mensupport kepadatan kulit.

Serum Anti-Aging Wardah Lift Regenerating Serum Exosome Epidermal Growth Factors PDRN Proxylane

Kandungan Lengkap: Aqua, Niacinamide, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Methyl Gluceth-20, Butylene Glycol, Cetyl Alcohol, Oligopeptide-1, Centella Asiatica Leaf Vesicles, Sodium DNA, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Ceramide NP, Sodium Hyaluronate, Arachidyl Alcohol, Hydroxypropyl Tetrahydropyrantriol, Behenyl Alcohol, Polyacrylate-13, Allantoin, Bisabolol, Phenyl Trimethicone, Propanediol, Arachidyl Glucoside, Chlorphenesin, Polyisobutene, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polysorbate 20, Disodium EDTA, Pentylene Glycol, Carbomer, Deoxyphytantriyl Palmitamide MEA, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Cholesterol, Aminomethyl Propanol, Phenoxyethanol, 1,2-Hexanediol.

Cara Pemakaian Wardah Lift Regenerating Serum, serum Wardah untuk mengencangkan kulit

Aku pakai serum ini sebanyak 2 pump untuk area wajah dan leher, frekuensi pemakaiannya dua kali sheari pada pagi dan malam hari. Kalau dipakai di pagi hari, pastikan jangn sampai skip sunscreen ya, sis!

Aku pakai serum ini barengan sama exfoliating toner yang dipakai abis cuci muka karena aku lagi ada jerawat, trus ditimpa sama essence buat ngalemin dan ngelembapin kulit sebelum akhirnya lanjut pakai Wardah Lift Regenerating Serum ini.

Boleh dipakai sama Vitamin C? Boleh. Misal kita lagi pakai Wardah 10% Vitamin C Ferulic Acid Radiant Charge Serum juga, nah pakai serum itu di pagi hari. Trus malemnya pakai Wardah Lift Regenerating Serum. Saat digunakan bersamaan, Vitamin C menangkal kerusakan, sementara Exosome memperbaiki dan meregenerasi. Boleh dipakai sama Retinol? Boleh tapi lebih baik di hari yang berbeda supaya meminimalisir iritasi.

Pengalaman Memakai Wardah Lift Regenerating Serum

Sampai di detik aku nulis artikel ini, aku baru pakai serum ini selama satu minggu. Hasil yang aku rasakan belum begitu signifikan dan mencapai manfaat produk yaitu "lifting" dan adanya perubahan tampilan kontur wajah yang lebih kencang. Yah, namanya juga baru seminggu yaa, hehe. Mungkin sekarang lagi proses regenerasi dulu dari dalam yang aku ga bisa lihat pakai mata telanjang aku, tapiiiii setelah seminggu pemakaian kulitku terasa lembap dan halus. Lembap halusnya tuh ada sentuhan silky-nya gitu loh dan kalau kulitku mulai berminyak tuh jadi mantulnya baguss.

Aku kan pakainya bareng exfoliating toner, nah itu bikin kulit iritasi ga? Sama sekali enggakk, aku ga mengalami yang namanya kulit jadi perih semenjak mengkombinasikan dua produk ini. Alhamdulillah ga ada bruntusan juga dan kondisi jerawat ga semakin parah.

Kulitku yang oily makin berminyak ga pakai serum ini? Enggak. Ga makin berminyak tapi ga bikin kulit terasa kering juga setelahanya.

Akan aku update lagi cerita pemakaian aku sampai produk ini habis. Kalau aku lupa, boleh diingetiinn.

Harga Wardah Lift Regenerating Serum? Beli di Mana?

Harga normal Wardah Lift Regenerating Serum Rp299.000 tapi sekarang lagi ada diskon jadi Rp153.000 di Wardah Official Shopee Account. Netto: 30ml, BPOM NA18242000770.

Kelebihan dan Kekurangan Wardah Lift Regenerating Serum

(+) Kemasan udah kece bangeett, modern, ala-ala pinterest. Tekstur ringan dan cepat meresap, aku combine sama exfoliating toner buat bersihin komedo dan jerawat juga kulitku tetep baik-baik aja, dan bikn kulitku lebih lembap halus yang silky jadi terasa ada bouncy-bouncy-nya gitu. Untuk harga memang agak lebih mahal dari produk Wardah sebelumnya yang biasa ada di pasaran tapi aku tetep masukin ini sebagai kelebihan soalnya harganya masih affordable dibanding harga produk skincare lain yang ada kandungan exosome-nya itu udah di harga Rp500.000 ke atas.

(-)  Kemasannya yang tidak "abis dipegang-proof" wkwk, ada jejak tangan kita yang nempel di kemasan. Itu aja. Selebihnya, aku belum menemukan kekurangan dari produk ini.

Terus?

Untuk hasil selanjutnya akan aku update lagi nanti karena aku penasaran sama Exosome versi skincare ini. Kalau kamu punya pengalaman serupa atau pernah coba serum dengan kandungan Exosome, share cerita kamu juga yaa!

Sumber:

1. Cleveland Clinic. (2024, 26 Januari). Epidermis (Lapisan Luar Kulit): Lapisan, Fungsi, Struktur. Diakses pada 4 Juni 2025, dari https://my-clevelandclinic-org.translate.goog/health/body/21901-epidermis
2. James, D. (2024, 26 Januari). Everything You Need to Know About Exosomes. ELLE. Diakses pada 3 Juni 2025, dari https://www.elle.com/beauty/makeup-skin-care/a46258378/what-are-exosomes-in-skin-explained/

It’s Been 4 Months? Here’s My Skincare Routine from Early 2025

I had a mini shock moment when I checked my blog and realized I hadn’t posted in four whole months! But don’t worry, I’m back with a lineup of skincare products I’ve been using since the beginning of 2025.

My Skin Condition & Skincare Habits Lately

Since late 2024, my skincare routine has been all over the place. Some days I go all out with a full routine, and other days... I totally skip it. Then the next day, I might just stick to the basics. So yeah, my skin's been playing games, sometimes smooth, sometimes breaking out, and often just dry and dehydrated.

Over the past 5 months, I’ve rotated through 15 skincare products (don’t worry, not all at once!). I’m breaking down every single one below to help you find new skincare inspo!

Here Are 15 Skincare Products I’ve Tried So Far in 2025

Grab your notes, especially if you’re on the hunt for skincare recs that actually get used in real life!

15 Skincare Products I’ve Used Since Early 2025. Which Ones Are Really Worth It? | Pros & Cons Review

1. Wardah Nature Daily Mineral+ Clarifying Clay Mask, Affordable Clay Mask for Blackheads & Smooth Skin!

1. Wardah - Nature Daily Mineral+ Clarifying Clay Mask

This local clay mask is my go-to for clearing blackheads and giving my skin a mini reset whenever it feels rough or textured. After using this, skincare goes on so much smoother and the skin feels noticeably more plump and bouncy.

It has a thick, dark gray clay texture that spreads easily and dries into a solid layer, don’t worry though, it doesn't make your skin stiff or hard to move like some other clay masks. You can still talk comfortably while wearing it! Rinsing it off takes a bit of effort, but nothing too crazy, just massage it gently to lift the clay off completely. Scent-wise? I can’t quite place it, but it has a soft, powdery fragrance.

What’s inside? The mask is powered by kaolin and bentonite clay to detox the skin from dirt, oil, and pollution, plus CarboActiv (charcoal) to magnetically pull out gunk from pores. It also helps absorb excess oil without drying your skin, making it perfect for oily skin types. Recommended use: 1–2x per week, though I just use it whenever I remember.

Price: Around IDR 15,000 (60ml), super budget-friendly! Buy on Shopee: click here

Psst, I also made a YouTube video about it if you're curious!

Pros: Cheap, long-lasting, comes in a tube, and doesn’t dry out easily in storage. Cons: None so far!

2. Perfect White Red Peeling Whitening Serum, Gentle Glow-Up in Just 1 Minute!

2. Peeling Serum Perfect White - Red Peeling Whitening Serum

Throwback to my first peeling serum from The Ordinary, guuurrls, it stung! Thankfully, more local brands are making gentler versions now, like this one from Perfect White.

Their Red Peeling Whitening Serum (BPOM NA18230117431) is so beginner-friendly. It doesn’t sting at all, even on inflamed acne (not open wounds, of course). Just a heads-up: everyone’s skin tolerance is different, so patch test first!

What makes it unique? You only need to leave it on for 1 minute, seriously! No overnight peeling serum here. Treat it like a mask: apply, wait 60 seconds, rinse off. Don’t fall asleep with it on (learned the hard way lol). Once, I forgot to rinse and woke up with dry, rough skin on my chin. Texture-wise, it's like a runny, jelly-like serum, fun to apply! Apply after cleansing, 2–3 times a week (not before).

This exfoliating serum helps regenerate skin by lifting away dead cells with AHA, BHA, PHA, plus Niacinamide and Kojic Acid Dipalmitate for brightening and hydration. After rinsing, skin feels super smooth. With regular use, blackheads and clogged pores noticeably reduce. I even noticed that my sheet mask works better afterward, like the gunk just lifts out easily!

Price: IDR 87,000 (50ml), buy on Shopee: click here.

Pros: Gentle yet effective, makes skin feel smoother and plumper. Cons: Honestly, none for me!

3. coxir Ultra Hyaluronic Cleansing Oil, Melts Off Dirt & Blackheads Without a Greasy After-Feel

3. Cleanser coxir - Ultra Hyaluronic Cleansing Oil

If you’re lazy like me and hate using cotton pads, this cleansing oil will be your new BFF. Just pump it on your hands, massage into dry skin, and rinse, done~

The texture is light, non-sticky, and almost scentless. It turns milky when mixed with water, which is super satisfying to watch! I love using it to massage out blackheads, so satisfying. It also removes most makeup (around 95% of waterproof makeup), but for stubborn eyeliner or lipstick, you might need a second round. And yes, it’s safe for lips and eyelids too, great for removing eye makeup gently without the irritation of cotton.

Does it leave an oily residue? Nope! Your skin just feels soft, hydrated, and a little dewy afterward. Even though it's an oil, there's no sticky or greasy aftermath. Is it safe for acne-prone skin? Totally! I have acne-prone skin and this has been perfectly fine for me. It’s suitable for dry, oily, sensitive, dehydrated, and acne-prone skin types.

The formula includes Hyaluronic Acid for hydration and a blend of 19 plant extracts + 10% natural oil complex to gently cleanse while nourishing the skin.

Price: $17.99, buy on Amazon: click here.

Pros: Lightweight, doesn’t clog pores, removes blackheads and comes in a mini version too! Cons: Might need 2x cleanse for full waterproof makeup removal.

4. Facial Wash Review: Wardah Hydra Rose Gel to Foam Cleanser

4. Facial Wash Wardah - Hydra Rose Gel To Foam Cleanser

If you’re looking for a hydrating cleanser that leaves your skin feeling soft and smooth, Wardah’s Hydra Rose Gel to Foam Cleanser is worth checking out. Part of Wardah’s ultra-moisturizing Hydra Rose series, this cleanser has a gel texture that lathers into a soft foam, perfect for that silky-smooth finish.

It contains 72 Hours Hydrating Active to keep your skin moisturized, plus Rose Oil to calm and protect the skin. It cleans off dirt, oil, and makeup without leaving that tight, dry feeling. Yet, it doesn’t do a great job at removing oil in tricky areas like around the nose. It works well on all skin types, even when I was breaking out a few months ago, this was gentle enough to use daily with no irritation.

Price: Rp36,000 (100ml), buy on Shopee: click here.

Pros: super soft texture, gentle foam, leaves skin feeling velvety smooth, and safe for my acne-prone skin. Cons: doesn’t lift oil well from creases (like around the nose).

5. Best Affordable Face Wash for Acne: La Personal Acne Face Wash

5. Facial wash La Personal - Acne Face Wash

I’ve been using this one on and off for months, and I have to say that La Personal’s Acne Face Wash is a hidden gem for acne-prone skin! It’s super gentle, doesn’t sting even on inflamed breakouts, and has a slight cooling sensation that feels refreshing on first use. The texture is thick and creamy with a silky look. The foam is rich but soft. It effectively removes excess oil, although you might need a double cleanse around the nose if you’ve got oily skin like mine.

It packed with Centella Asiatica to soothe sensitive, acne-prone skin and Witch Hazel Extract to reduce inflammation and smooth your skin. It’s a solid combo for calming down angry breakouts.

Price: Around Rp27,000 (100gr). Check for discounts on their official Shopee store: click here

Pros: gentle and non-irritating, soothes acne and inflammation, big size and budget-friendly. Cons: none so far!

6. Game-Changer Toner: the SKIN HOUSE Pore Control Powder Toner

6. Toner the SKIN HOUSE - Pore Control Powder Toner

This toner stands out from the usual ones, it works even better as a CSM (Chizu Saeki Method) toner thanks to its super lightweight, watery texture. And those tiny white particles floating inside? That’s the mattifying powder that leaves your skin feeling fresh and shine-free, without any oily residue. What I love about this dual-formula toner is how it blends a soothing liquid base with oil-absorbing powder. If you have oily skin, this is a game-changer. It helps tighten pores and keeps your face looking matte all day long.

This toner uses Tea Tree and Green Tea to calm and balance oil, Silica to mattify the skin, and Witch Hazel to refine pores. Plus, it’s cruelty-free and paraben-free.

Price: $21 (130ml), available on the SKIN HOUSE website, it's also on Amazon but currently sold out.

Pros: ultra-light, watery texture, absorbs fast, controls oil and shine. Cons: hard to find in Indonesia.

7. Toner That Feels Like a Drink of Water for My Skin: Klairs - Supple Preparation Unscented Toner

7. Toner Klairs - Supple Preparation Unscented Toner

This toner is one of my skincare go-tos, especially when my skin feels thirsty or rough after exfoliating. What I love most? The thick, essence-like texture that deeply hydrates without feeling sticky. It absorbs fast and leaves my skin feeling plump, soft, and bouncy. Use it morning and night, works sooo good after exfoliating, and layer it up on drier areas for best results.

The formula is pH-balanced (around 4.5–5.5), which matches your skin’s natural pH level, super important for protecting your skin barrier, reducing irritation, and preventing breakouts. Plus, no essential oils here, so it’s safe for sensitive skin.

It contains Sodium Hyaluronate for deep hydration, Beta-Glucan to soothe and repair the skin barrier, and Centella Asiatica to calm irritation. Whether your skin is dry, oily, sensitive, or acne-prone like mine, this toner just works. It keeps your skin hydrated without greasiness, and nope, it doesn’t feel sticky even if your skin leans oily.

Price: Rp229,100 (180ml), available on shopee: buy here

Pros: super hydrating, non-sticky, safe for acne-prone skin. Cons: honestly, none.

8. The All-in-One Skincare You’ll Never Want to Run Out Of: the SKIN HOUSE - Rice Active Essence Cleansing Water

8. Essence the SKIN HOUSE - Rice Active Essence Cleansing Water

You know when you fall in love with a product so hard, you start rationing it so it won’t run out? That’s exactly how I feel about this one. From the very first use, it left my skin baby-smooth, plump, and healthy-looking with a dewy glow.

Despite being called a “cleansing water,” this magic bottle does triple duty as a cleanser, toner, and essence, perfect for lazy skincare days or traveling light. It removes waterproof makeup effortlessly (no rinsing needed) and still manages to hydrate deeply. I mostly use it as an essence, though it totally works solo for those skip-care nights.

The formula contains visible rice extract (shake it up before use!) which naturally exfoliates while leaving your skin silky-smooth. It’s super gentle, fragrance-free, and perfect for sensitive skin. The milky texture feels fresh and soothing.

It contains Brown Rice Bran (brightens and boosts skin cell turnover), Panthenol (hydrates and improves elasticity), and Castor Oil: softens and helps lock in moisture. This milky, lightweight, and silky formula is perfect for dry, dehydrated, normal, and combo skin. And it’s cruelty-free, free from sulfates, alcohol, and parabens.

Price: $17 (150ml), available on Amazon

Pros: multi-tasker, leaves skin glowing and smooth, removes makeup well. Cons: Not the best packaging for travel, might leak if tipped over.

9. A Brightening Serum That Surprised Me (In a Good Way): Gmeelan - Glabridin Astaxanthin Brightening Serum

9. Serum Gmeelan - Glabridin Astaxanthin Brightening Serum

Not gonna lie, I didn’t expect much from this serum at first, it’s labeled as a brightening serum, and let’s be real, there are tons of those out there. But then, this stuff exceeded my expectations. I had breakouts and dull skin when I started using it, and I only expected some acne scars to fade. But after a few weeks, even the acne was fading fast. Like… what?!

I’ve been loving the effects of this skincare because of its standout ingredients. The Glabridin, which comes from licorice extract, really helps brighten my skin by fading dark spots and evening out my skin tone. I've noticed a more radiant complexion since I started using it. Plus, the Astaxanthin, a strong antioxidant sourced from marine life like salmon and krill, gives my skin an extra boost by fighting inflammation and keeping signs of aging at bay. It feels like a smart, science-backed combo that’s gentle yet effective for my daily routine.

My routine at the time was super simple, just a hydrating cleanser, this serum, and a clay mask now and then. And honestly? That simplicity helped me see how effective this serum really is. It doesn’t just brighten, it actively calms breakouts and gives your skin a more even, healthy glow.

This product is great for reducing acne marks, brightening dull skin, and fighting early signs of aging, all while feeling lightweight and non-greasy, making it easy to layer under other skincare.

Price: Rp152.000 (30ml), buy on Shopee: https://s.shopee.co.id/2LM2fjdAOP

Pros: fades spots and calms breakouts, lightweight, doesn’t irritate. Cons: not super hyped yet, definitely deserves more love.

10. SBC Skin Hydrating Treatment Bakuchiol Vita C Essence, Lightweight & Super Hydrating!

10. Serum SBC Skin - Hydrating Treatment Bakuchiol Vita C Essence

I've only used this serum a few times so far, but let me tell you, I love the texture! It’s super lightweight yet gives intense hydration. This all-in-one serum helps lock in moisture, protect your skin barrier, reduce fine lines, prevent breakouts, and calm irritation. Yep, it basically does it all! I’ll definitely share more updates once I’ve used it longer. BPOM: NA18212000577

This serum contains effective ingredients that work well together. Glycerin provides strong hydration, and Bakuchiol helps boost collagen as a gentle alternative to retinol. Ethyl Ascorbic Acid is a stable form of Vitamin C that brightens skin and fights aging without losing its strength. Ceramide NP supports the skin barrier and protects against bacteria, while Tripeptide-5 helps firm the skin. Centella Asiatica soothes and hydrates, and Hyaluronic Acid keeps the skin moisturized and smooth. The texture remains consistent and hasn’t changed color, thanks to the stable Vitamin C in the formula.

Price: Rp89.175 (30ml), available on Shopee: buy here.

Pros: skin feels incredibly hydrated like cushiony soft. Cons: nothing to complain about (yet).

11. Scarlett Aqua Reset & Barrier Acne Peace Gel Moisturizer, Refreshing & Acne-Friendly!

11. Moisturizer Scarlett - Aqua Reset & Barrier Acne Peace Gel Moisturizer

This moisturizer from Scarlett’s Aqua Reset line is perfect if you’ve got dry skin and acne at the same time (a tricky combo, I know hihi). The gel texture is light, quick-absorbing, and gives a cooling effect that feels sooo nice, although the minty sensation comes and goes.

One thing I noticed: the texture slightly changed throughout the jar, starting thick, then a bit runny mid-use, and thick again towards the end. Might just be due to storage, inconsistent usage, or maybe it’s just me. It is super refreshing on my skin, hydrates well, calms breakouts, and doesn’t sting at all even on active pimples. I usually apply 2–3 layers at night, and my skin wakes up soft and smooth.

This product combines several effective ingredients to tackle acne without harshness. Heartleaf offers antibacterial benefits and helps soothe any acne-related irritation. The encapsulated Salicylic Acid provides a gentle, slow-release treatment to clear pores over time. Witch Hazel Extract works to control excess oil and keeps the skin feeling fresh, while Tea Tree Water and Oil actively fight acne-causing bacteria. Overall, it’s a balanced formula designed to manage acne while calming and refreshing the skin.

Price: Rp62.300, available on Shopee: buy here.

Pros: absorbs quickly, deeply hydrating, helps calm breakouts. Cons: nothing major to note.

12. Deep Hydration Moisturizer: the SKIN HOUSE - Marine Active Cream

12. Moisturizer the SKIN HOUSE - Marine Active Cream

Since my Scarlett moisturizer ran out a month ago, I’ve been using a new one more consistently. I’ve also gotten back on track with my skincare routine (yay for skincare redemption arcs!). My skin’s no longer as dehydrated, and this slightly thicker moisturizer works great, leaves my skin feeling soft, smooth, and a bit silky.

Even with a couple of breakouts on my chin, this moisturizer doesn’t irritate them. I do pair it with an acne serum just in case. Though made for all skin types, it's especially good for dry or dehydrated skin.

I’ve really noticed a difference since using this product, it has a great blend of Deep Sea Water, Pearl Extract, Spirulina, and Seaweed that gives my skin a natural, healthy glow. It keeps my skin feeling plump and dewy all day without feeling heavy. The combination of Hyaluronic Acid, Squalane, and Betaine does a great job locking in moisture and strengthening my skin’s barrier. Plus, I appreciate that it’s fragrance-free, paraben-free, and cruelty-free, so I feel good about using it every day.

Price: $25 (50ml), available at Skin House Mall.

Pros: leaves skin hydrated, silky, smooth, and breakout-safe. Cons: hard to find in Indonesia.

13. coxir Black Snail Collagen All-In-One Eye Cream

13. Eye Cream coxir - Black Snail Collagen All In One Eye Cream

This isn’t your typical eye cream. The coxir Black Snail Collagen All-In-One Eye Cream can be used around the eyes, on your face, and even your neck. I don’t use it every day, so I didn’t notice drastic changes, but one thing’s for sure but I haven’t seen my fine lines getting worse. My skin feels noticeably more hydrated and silky smooth after using it.

I usually apply it under the eyes, on my eyelids, and at the outer corners. The texture is thick and gooey, classic snail mucin vibes, so a little goes a long way. Just avoid getting it too close to your eyes, because it stings like crazy if it gets in hehe.

As the name suggests, it’s powered by snail mucin, which helps repair damaged skin, supports healing, and protects your skin barrier. Don’t worry, no snails were harmed in the process! It also contains Triple Black Foods (black rice, black bean, and black sesame) loaded with anthocyanins, known to help fight UV damage and keep your skin from drying out. Bonus: It has collagen to improve elasticity and plump up sagging skin.

Sticky or nah? It feels sticky at first, but once it absorbs, your skin’s left smooth and non-greasy. It is best for oily to normal skin types. If you have dry skin, prep your skin with something more hydrating first.

Price: $19 (30ml), available on Amazon.

Pros: moisturizing, silky finish. Cons: can sting if it gets in the eyes, hard to find in Indonesia.

14. Heimish Artless Glow Base SPF50+ PA+++, The Glow-Boosting Korean Sunscreen That Doubles as a Primer!

14. Sunscreen Heimish - Artless Glow Base SPF 50+ PA+++

Been using this since last year and still obsessed! I’ve been rationing it because the Heimish Artless Glow Base gives the prettiest glow, not the oily kind, but a fresh, dewy finish that makes your skin look naturally healthy. The texture is super lightweight with subtle shimmer (you can spot it on your hands, not on your face). Maybe that’s what gives that radiant vibe?

One of the best parts? It works as a makeup primer too. The satin finish makes your skin look plump and glowy, and yeah I do feel prettier when I catch myself in the mirror hahaha. Any pilling? Nope! Perfect under makeup. Whitecast? None at all.

Price: $19.80 (40ml), available on Heimish official website

Pros: doubles as a primer, glowy satin finish, skin feels fresh and hydrated. Cons: literally none so far.

15. Some By Mi Yuja Niacin Anti-Blemish Sheet Mask

15. Sheetmask Some by Mi - Yuja Niacin Anti Blemish Daily Mask

Okay, so I’ve used 24 sheets of the Some by Mi Yuja Niacin Daily Mask and I wasn’t expecting much at first. I just wanted something to hydrate and calm my skin. But when I compared my before-and-after photos, I was shook! Turns out all that masking actually made a difference.

Some by Mi - Yuja Niacin Anti Blemish Daily Mask

I didn’t use one every day (was planning to do a 30-day challenge but... laziness won after week one). Took me over 2 months to finish the 24 sheets. The sheet itself is super soft and fits well on the face, though the sides of my nose are always hard to cover. The essence is rich but not drippy, which I love.

I’ve been using this product for a while, and I really like how it’s packed with ingredients that actually brighten and calm my skin. The niacinamide helps even out my skin tone and fade dark spots and acne scars, which I’ve been struggling with. The yuja extract feels soothing, especially when my skin is acting up, and I’ve noticed less pigmentation overall. Plus, the Mela Code really seems to target melanin, making my skin look visibly brighter over time.

Price: Rp240.000 (box of 30 masks), available on Shopee.

Pros: soft texture, visible brightening in just 2 weeks. Cons: none!

So, What’s Worth It?

It depends on your skin needs, but here’s my personal take:

1. Eye Cream (Coxir): Great for multitasking, especially if you’re into repairing and hydrating.
2. Glow Base (Heimish): If you want that healthy glow + primer in one
3. Sheet Mask (Some by Mi): Ideal for dull or blemish-prone skin. Use consistently and you’ll see results!

Tried any of the skincare products above? Which one do you think is the most worth it?

*Read original article in Indonesian here.